MORNING
Adopting the early-bird ‘first light culture’ make a plan with the fam to set off early and make the most of your long weekend beach escape. Set out from Brisbane to follow the Pacific Motorway south to The Tweed, tucked up in northern NSW right on the Queensland border.
Not far into New South Wales you’ll see a sign for Kingscliff, peel off here and head right into the heart of your holiday home for the next 4 days.
The drive time from Brisbane to Kingscliff is about 90 minutes, just long enough to get excited about the beach adventures that await.
Kick off your family Kingscliff holiday with a delicious breakfast at popular morning spot The Brew and Bake Co, right on Kingscliff’s main street, Marine Parade. Here you’ll find barista-made coffee, buttery croissants and brekky burgers plus house-baked cakes for the sweet tooth in the family, all just a hop, skip and jump from Kingscliff Beach.
Map out your holiday plans first up and call in to the Kingscliff Visitor Information Centre, set right on Kingscliff Beach next to the surf club. The friendly team can help with ideas and holiday inspo to make sure everyone has the best holiday ever.
Ease into it all with some family time on Kingscliff Beach – take a splash in the sea (between the flags!), create sandcastle masterpieces and play beach cricket or simply kick back for some chilled time beneath a beach umbrella. It’s a calm spot to dig in, with plenty of room to spread out.
Take a refreshing ice cream break at award-winning Tango Gelato, right on Marine Parade. Taste a scoop or two of their delicious treats gelato and sorbet, all hand-made on-site from the freshest ingredients.
Late morning it’s time to get creative together at Crockd Studios, also on Marine Parade. Kingscliff’s seaside pottery workshop space, Crockd has a range of kid’s classes on offer, from clay hand-building to clay pot painting, where kids can colour a plate or vase masterpiece to take home. Adults can jump on a pottery wheel to create their own clay art and grab a coffee from Crockd’s handy barista.
AFTERNOON
When it comes to lunchtime, don’t miss George’s Deli nearby on Marine Parade, blending Filipino flavours with American deli classics and serving up mouth-watering, super-sized gourmet sandwiches. Think house-made pastrami Reubens and ube-filled doughnuts!
Sated from a fun and delicious start to your break, it’s time to check in to your home-away-from-home at Tweed Holiday Parks Kingscliff Beach, easy to find as it’s on Marine Parade too.
Your beachfront cabin awaits! Settle in, relax on your deck for the rest of the afternoon and enjoy the ocean breeze, just a few steps from the sand and a short walk to the town hub. Immerse in the park’s laid-back coastal vibe just made for families, with easy beach access for saltwater swims and beach time together.
EVENING
After some time to refresh, stroll across Marine Parade to the iconic Kingscliff Beach Hotel, aka the Kingy, for dinner with classic pub grub on the menu. From burgers and fish ‘n’ chips to chicken parmagiana and steaks from the grill. You might also catch some of the Kingy’s regular live music acts or catch up with the latest live sports up on the big screen.
Head back to your seaside cabin and fall asleep to the sound of waves, ready for another day of Kingscliff holiday fun tomorrow.
MORNING
Well-rested from a peaceful slumber beside the seaside, awake ready for a day of outdoor fun and exploring more of Kingscliff.
First up, for breakfast this morning try long-running local favourite, Choux Box, which has been serving up delicious dishes on Marine Parade for over 20 years, from breakfast through to lunch and dinner. From the brekky menu, order fresh pastries, a smoothie bowl or a hearty cooked breakfast.
Take a meander along Marine Parade for a spot of boutique browsing and shopping, from beach-inspired homewares to fashion boutiques and surf gear stores, plus you can pick up some holiday reading at the local bookshop.
Around mid-morning, head out along the winding coastal track towards Cudgen Creek. It’s about a 20-minute walk to the crew at Watersports Guru, based near the Kingscliff Bridge on Sutherland Street. Choose your own adventure and hire a stand-up paddle or kayak for an hour to explore this scenic ocean inlet, spotting bird-life and paddling at your own pace.
AFTERNOON
Getting close to lunchtime, walk back to your beachfront cabin for a quick refresh then jump in the car for an easy 8-minute drive to nearby Farm & Co. Kids of all ages and adults alike adore this working farm that blends fresh produce store and cafe with a relaxed restaurant, welcoming lawn, sunflower field and friendly farm animals to meet. Book ahead for a Farm & Co Picnic Box, with gourmet sandwiches, cheese and dips, fresh fruit and more. There’s also a special Kiddies Picnic Box!
After lunch and some fun farm-time, take the quick drive back to Tweed Holiday Parks for a little rest break at your cabin.
Later in the afternoon, grab some of the park’s bikes for hire and pedal along the scenic coastal pathway, over the Kingscliff Bridge to Salt Village, a fun and easy ride suitable for all ages that only takes about 10-minutes
EVENING
Explore this buzzing coastal precinct until hunger strikes, then head to Giulia Italian, a family-friendly Italian eatery serving traditional wood-fired pizzas, house-made pasta dishes and delicious local seafood.
After dinner, it’s mostly down-hill for your 10-minute ride back to base camp at Tweed Holiday Parks, drinking in the warm summer air and loving the daylight savings here in NSW!
Early to bed tonight ahead of a fun-filled day of aquatic adventures tomorrow.
MORNING
Rise early today for an unforgettable marine adventure, booking again with Kingscliff-based Watersports Guru for their incredible Snorkel with Turtles experience, kicking off at 8am. It’s a short 10-minute drive to the tour’s meeting spot at Fingal Head.
Get up close with these gentle marine creatures who swim in waters just off Kingscliff all year around. The tour runs for 2 and a half hours and is suitable for kids aged 6 and up who are able to swim and are accompanied by an adult.
After this incredible adventure, arrive back at your cabin around late morning and take some time to refresh and share stories of the experience with each other.
AFTERNOON
For today’s lunch in Kingscliff village, take a short 8-minute walk along Marine Parade to Mockingbird Café, a friendly spot on Seaview Street with shaded outdoor garden tables and cosy indoor spaces. Relish their healthy and colourful salads, fresh gourmet sandwiches and laid-back local ambience.
After lunch and the busy morning, spend a slow afternoon at your local Kingscliff Beach, whether it’s reading, playing in the sand, bodyboarding or simply soaking up the sunshine – all just a step to your cabin.
EVENING
Rested up and ready for more Kingscliff holiday flavours, tonight take a short 7-minute stroll along Marine Parade for a taste of Mexico at Nude Amigos. Here the kids will love the Little Amigos menu while grown-ups can browse the extensive margarita menu and order a tasty taco or two, a burrito or quesadilla, nachos or fresh fish ceviche, amongst many more delicious dishes!
Enjoy a slow stroll back home to your cabin for your last night sleeping seaside but dreaming of one more adventure before setting off home.
MORNING
Arise easy, feeling invigorated and inspired by so many fun times in Kingscliff and your beach holiday adventures together.
Check out of your beachfront cabin at Tweed Holiday Parks Kingscliff Beach and grab a quick breakfast bite at the French Patisserie at Salt Village. Here you’ll find the best buttery croissants this side of Paris, plus great pastries and brioche brekky rolls. Maybe grab some colourful fresh-baked macarons for the journey home!
Hug the Tweed Coast as you wave farewell to Kingscliff Beach (vowing to return soon!), through the riverside town of Chinderah and towards Dreamtime Beach at Fingal Head, all up about 12-minutes’ drive from Kingscliff.
Park up at Lighthouse Parade and take the short sand track to discover the historic Fingal Head Lighthouse, built in 1879.
Walk a little further onwards to the remarkable natural feature known as Giant’s Causeway, giant basalt column pillars formed millions of years ago by hot lava cooling as it hit the ocean. The site is named after the UNESCO site of the same name and formations in Northern Ireland.
Circle back along Fingal Road to the Pacific Motorway, homeward bound over the next 90 minutes back to Brisbane, full of unforgettable family experiences and already planning your next return holiday to The Tweed’s beachside village of Kingscliff!
Inspiration
We wish to acknowledge the Ngandowal and Minyungbal speaking people of the Bundjalung Country, in particular the Goodjinburra, Tul-gi-gin and Moorung – Moobah clans, as being the traditional owners and custodians of the land and waters within the Tweed Shire boundaries. We also acknowledge and respect the Tweed Aboriginal community’s right to speak for its Country and to care for its traditional Country in accordance with its lores, customs and traditions.
